DaBaby Addresses Accusations of Scamming YouTuber Out of $20,000 for Dating Game Appearance
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DaBaby refutes allegations of scamming a YouTuber out of $20,000 for a dating game appearance, denying involvement in the incident.
A recent controversy has emerged between popular YouTuber Lah Mike and rapper DaBaby, involving an alleged scam regarding a $20,000 payment for an appearance on Lah Mike’s “20 vs 1” dating game show.
Lah Mike, known for his controversial content, accused DaBaby of walking off set despite being paid $20,000 for the appearance, which jeopardized Lah Mike’s livelihood. He posted a video of the incident, expressing his frustration over the situation.
#Dababy facing backlash for running off with a YouTuber #Lahmikejr $20k he paid for a video but instead he walks off the shoot due to a misunderstanding pic.twitter.com/BXm5dHrXFW
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DaBaby responded to the accusations via Instagram, denying any wrongdoing on his part. He claimed that Lah Mike’s entourage was responsible for the dispute and criticized Lah Mike for his portrayal of the incident.
In a series of posts, DaBaby suggested that Lah Mike could have gained attention by sharing a different video, implying that the edited version posted did not accurately represent the situation. He also accused Lah Mike of disrespecting his grandmother’s name.
However, DaBaby proposed a resolution to the conflict in a follow-up video. He offered to return the $20,000 payment to Lah Mike and suggested donating it to the women who participated in the dating game, referring to them as “queens.”
DaBaby responds to a YouTuber's claim that he ran off with $20,000: “I ain’t run off n**** I walked off” pic.twitter.com/JbsjdxPVJi
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Meanwhile, an associate of Lah Mike provided additional context to the situation, claiming that DaBaby walked off set because he felt insulted by a comment made during filming.
The dispute between Lah Mike and DaBaby highlights the challenges and controversies that can arise in the entertainment industry, particularly in collaborations between content creators and celebrities. It also underscores the importance of clear communication and professionalism in such partnerships to avoid misunderstandings and conflicts. As the story continues to unfold, fans and observers await further developments and potential resolutions to the disagreement.
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